Director of Administration Jobs

Explore Director of Administration jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead the administrative operations that keep organizations running smoothly. These senior roles commonly oversee business support functions, facilities, office operations, policies, budgets, and administrative teams. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Administration Do?

A Director of Administration develops and improves the systems, services, and processes that support an organization’s daily work. Depending on the employer, the role may include managing facilities and vendors, directing office services, overseeing budgets and contracts, coordinating compliance, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Directors also build effective teams, set service standards, and identify ways to improve efficiency and control costs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek candidates with substantial experience in administration, operations, or business management. Helpful qualifications include team leadership, budgeting, project management, vendor negotiation, process improvement, and clear communication. Familiarity with relevant regulations, workplace systems, facilities, or industry-specific operations can also be valuable. Requirements vary by organization and sector.

Director of Administration Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, organization size, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level administrative roles featured on Ladders pay $100,000 or more. Professionals may advance from office management, operations, or administrative management roles into director positions, and later pursue broader executive operations or chief administrative roles.

Find Director of Administration Jobs on Ladders

Search current Director of Administration openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000 and find opportunities to put your operational and people leadership skills to work.

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$150K - $180K *

Manage a dynamic sales team to drive adoption of innovative healthcare solutions. Lead recruitment, coaching, and performance management while fostering relationships with key stakeholders to achieve...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $150K *

Lead product management for complex digital services, mentoring a team of Product Managers. Collaborate with stakeholders to define strategies, prioritize needs, and deliver impactful outcomes while f...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare project delivery by managing design and construction lifecycles, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Drive quality improvement initiatives by overseeing program development, data analysis, and collaboration with leadership. Lead a team to enhance healthcare outcomes through strategic planning and eff...

Englewood, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$115K - $125K *

Drive a vibrant EHS culture through strategic leadership and collaboration. Empower stakeholders with expert guidance, ensure compliance, and elevate safety standards across all operations in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $185K *

Elevate project success by leading commissioning efforts, managing field teams, and ensuring timely execution of complex projects. Utilize advanced decision-making and client interaction skills to dri...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$325K - $375K *

Engage your leadership skills to drive revenue growth by building and mentoring a high-performing sales team. Focus on customer acquisition and market penetration in a competitive environment, collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion cross-functional project management for drug development, ensuring effective planning, execution, and governance across complex initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive Phase 3 re...

Boston, MARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic management of real estate transactions, ensuring optimal outcomes for clients through collaboration and innovative solutions across a diverse portfolio of commercial properties...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic account management and lead a team to enhance ZYNLONTA's presence in key markets. Collaborate with stakeholders, execute robust plans, and ensure a positive customer experience while a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

Transform healthcare technology engagements by leading multidisciplinary teams, developing actionable strategies, and implementing AI and automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and cli...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $180K *

Champion organizational change management for a large-scale ERP transformation. Lead strategy development, workforce readiness, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful adoption and integration...

Olympia, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$201K - $251K *

Join us to lead cross-functional project management in a dynamic biotech environment. Drive global commercialization initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution across teams while enhancing operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $126K *

Transform grant management by leading compliance and financial stewardship, ensuring efficient administration of grant-funded programs that drive innovation and community impact while maximizing fundi...

Champaign, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing clinical operations for dialysis services, ensuring quality patient care, compliance, and operational efficiency across multiple facilities while fostering strong relations...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $265K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and modernization of data and actuarial technology. Drive operational performance and deliver impactful solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making a...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $155K *

Engage with strategic enterprise clients to drive retention, growth, and satisfaction. Lead account strategy, advise stakeholders, and deliver measurable outcomes while mentoring team members and fost...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining network administration by leading the Americas region's network strategy, design, and operations. Oversee a skilled team, ensuring robust security and performance across...

Rochester, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K *

Elevate your career by managing contract surety underwriting, assessing risks, and driving growth. Oversee daily operations, strengthen agency relationships, and lead a team to enhance productivity an...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in driving growth within the industrial market sector, leveraging client relationships and market intelligence to enhance profitability and pipeline strength across environmental servi...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate financial operations by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic insights and strengthen compliance while mentoring a dynamic finance te...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $178K *

Optimize biosample operations in clinical trials, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance sample management and drive innovation in biosampling strat...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing technical projects from inception to completion. Ensure customer satisfaction through effective coordination and a customer-focused approach in a dynamic startup enviro...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading the data and analytics strategy to empower decision-making. Oversee the integration of enterprise applications while developing a talented analytics team focused on deli...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Administration do?question toggle

    A Director of Administration leads administrative operations and support functions. Responsibilities may include managing teams, facilities, budgets, vendors, office services, policies, and process improvement, depending on the organization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Administration jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for extensive experience in administration, operations, or business management, along with strengths in leadership, budgeting, project management, communication, and process improvement. Specific requirements vary by role and industry.

  • How much do Director of Administration jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer size, experience, and the position’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Director of Administration opportunities.

  • Where can a Director of Administration work?question toggle

    Directors of Administration work across many sectors, including corporate businesses, healthcare, education, nonprofits, government, and professional services. Their responsibilities depend on the organization’s structure and needs.

  • How can I find Director of Administration jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director of Administration openings, review each listing’s qualifications and responsibilities, and use the salary threshold to focus on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.